The Lynton And Barnstaple Railway Trust
To acquire preserve and restore for the public benefit items of historical architectual engineering or scientific value in connection with the Lynton and Barnstaple Railway and others.To provide educational and training facilities to those engaged in the restoration and operation of the railway and others.
Activities & Mission
To acquire preserve and restore for the public benefit items of historical architectual engineering or scientific value in connection with the Lynton and Barnstaple Railway and others.To provide educational and training facilities to those engaged in the restoration and operation of the railway and others.
Areas of Operation
Where this charity is registered to operate, as self-declared to the Charity Commission. These are regulatory classifications, not a list of active programmes, and don't necessarily indicate fundraising activity in each location.
Local Authority
Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 8% of UK Heritage charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 344). How is this calculated?
Higher than 4% of UK Heritage charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 67% of UK Heritage charities with income £1M to £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
Income Sources
Expenditure Categories
Financial Trend
Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2024.
One or more years show a significant change in income (over ±100%) compared with the prior year. This usually reflects a merger, transfer of activities, restated accounts, or a one-off legacy — not necessarily a real change in operating scale. See the methodology for context.
The Commission record shows this related event on the register:
- Asset transfer in in 2020 — Hampshire Narrow Gauge Railway Trust (organisation 5067045)
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £1,872,082 | £1,588,916 | £232,226 | £7,386,761 | £11,246 | 24 / 75 |
| 2023 | £1,544,995 | £1,294,657 | £187,868 | £7,091,458 | £3,697,259 | 24 / 50 |
| 2022 | £1,523,786 | £666,106 | £21,461 | £6,797,429 | £6,797,429 | 7 / 75 |
| 2021 | £945,379 | £252,262 | £24,328 | £4,602,095 | £112,978 | 0 / 75 |
| 2020 | £450,867 | £294,252 | 0 / 50 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about The Lynton And Barnstaple Railway Trust
What does The Lynton And Barnstaple Railway Trust do?
To acquire preserve and restore for the public benefit items of historical architectual engineering or scientific value in connection with the Lynton and Barnstaple Railway and others.To provide educational and training facilities to those engaged in the restoration and operation of the railway and others.
How much income did The Lynton And Barnstaple Railway Trust report in 2024?
The Lynton And Barnstaple Railway Trust reported total income of £1.87m and reported expenditure of £1.59m for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Lynton And Barnstaple Railway Trust?
The Lynton And Barnstaple Railway Trust has a program ratio of 12.4%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 8% of UK Heritage charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 344 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The Lynton And Barnstaple Railway Trust registered as a charity?
The Lynton And Barnstaple Railway Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 22 September 2000 as charity number 1082564. It has been registered for 26 years.
Who runs The Lynton And Barnstaple Railway Trust?
The Lynton And Barnstaple Railway Trust is governed by a board of 9 trustees. The chair of trustees is PETER MILES. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Lynton And Barnstaple Railway Trust operate?
The Lynton And Barnstaple Railway Trust operates in Devon, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Lynton And Barnstaple Railway Trust a registered charity?
Yes — The Lynton And Barnstaple Railway Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1082564.
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EX35 6JD
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- 14 May 2026
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